Management I

This certificate offers students exposure to the five essential functions of a manager: planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling, providing students with a foundation in strategic and operational management practices. Students will develop listening skills crucial for effective leadership and teamwork, enabling them to foster stronger interpersonal relationships and facilitate better decision-making processes. The skill award equips students with the necessary tools to plan, deliver, and evaluate various types and lengths of speeches and oral presentations, fostering confidence in their communication abilities and preparing them to convey ideas persuasively to diverse audiences. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to understand the five functions of a manager: planning, organizing, staffing, leading and controlling; learn to listen effectively; plan, present, and evaluate speeches and other oral presentations. 

This certificate does not satisfy the major requirements for the Associate in Science degree.

  Certificate Program Map

PREREQUISITE COURSES REQUIRED COURSES FOR CERTIFICATE UNITS
   BUSAD 110  Human Relations in Business
  BUSAD 141  Introduction to Management
 

BUSAD 152
or
COMM C1000

Management Communications - Oral

Introduction to Public Speaking

3
or
3
  TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED 9
NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED IF PREREQUISITES ARE NOT MET.  SEE A COUNSELOR TO PREPARE A STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.
February 2026 GCC Catalog Addendum Spring 2026

*This certificate is not financial aid eligible  

Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year.